Outdoor learning coordinator

Outdoor Learning Coordinator

Location: School site and off-site
Contract: Full-time
Salary: -22,00025,000 (depending on experience)
Reports to: Senior Leadership Team
Start date: ASAP

Location: Edenbridge

Role Overview

We are seeking an Outdoor Learning Coordinator to plan and lead safe, engaging outdoor learning opportunities for students aged 11-19 with Autism, ADHD and SEMH. The role focuses on woodland learning, outdoor activities and coordinating off-site alternative provision to support wellbeing, personal development and curriculum access.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate outdoor learning activities, including woodland days and off-site provision
• Work with external providers, staff and families to ensure activities meet individual student needs
• Adapt activities to support sensory, communication and emotional regulation needs
• Ensure safeguarding, health & safety and risk assessments are in place
• Organise transport, equipment, staffing and documentation for trips and activities
• Track student engagement and wellbeing and report on impact

Curriculum & Activities

• Develop an outdoor learning programme for KS3-KS5
• Support life skills, independence, teamwork and confidence
• Create links with subjects such as Science, Geography, PSHE and Art
• Explore accreditation opportunities such as ASDAN, AQA Unit Awards or Duke of Edinburgh

Person Specification

Essential:

• Experience of outdoor learning or off-site activities with students with SEND
• Good understanding of Autism and ADHD
• Strong organisation and communication skills
• Confidence with risk assessments or willingness to train

Desirable:

• Forest School or outdoor education qualification
• First Aid qualification
• Experience with accreditation programmes
• Safeguarding training

Safeguarding & Working Conditions

• Enhanced DBS required
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions
• Some early starts or late finishes for trips
• Physical activity and responsibility for equipment and student safety

Why Work with Academics

• Competitive daily rates (inclusive of holiday pay).
• Flexible work that fits your availability.
• Opportunity to secure long-term placements.
• Refer-a-Friend Bonus - -125 for Qualified Teachers, -75 for Nursery Staff/Teaching Assistants.
• Optional pension scheme.

*Alternatively, if this job is not for you then please still get in touch with us on (phone number removed) for other roles or refer it to a friend who might be interested in this role!*

Academics are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face- to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB).

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